“If we are to be a people, we must have our own country.”
What this quote means
René Lévesque links a people's existence to territorial sovereignty. It expresses the idea that to preserve their identity and autonomy, peoples need a state that belongs to them. This resonates in debates on self-determination and sovereignty, where territory is central. It invites reflection on the link between identity and political power.
How to apply it daily
Educate yourself on sovereignty and self-determination issues in your own region or other peoples.
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